Furno Establishes $2 Million Scholarship at Westminster College

Qualified graduates from Monongahela Valley school systems will have the opportunity to attend Westminster College on a full scholarship thanks to the generosity of a $2 million bequest from Virginia and Joseph Furno.

 "We are grateful to the Furnos for remembering the College and establishing this scholarship," said Gloria Cagigas, vice president for institutional advancement.  "It gives the opportunity for bright, motivated students from the Monongahela Valley to begin their future at Westminster College."

 Furno, a 1929 graduate of Westminster College, served 37 years as an educator and athletic coach in the Elizabeth Forward School District.  The scholarship in his memory will support scholarships for the academically well prepared students who have a minimum high-school grade point average of 3.0 in academic subjects and demonstrated leadership qualities through involvement in a range of extra-curricular activities.

 The four-year renewable Joseph R. Furno Memorial Scholarship Fund is designed to provide deserving students with a full scholarship meets the full cost of tuition, room, board, books and related academic fees.  Two scholarships will be awarded annually starting in 2005.

Information on memorial scholarships and other planned gifts may be obtained from Sue Rudloff, director of advancement programs, Westminster College, New Wilmington, PA 16172 or call (724) 946-7673.

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